Mumbai Indians spinner Raghu Sharma's 15-year journey of struggle, faith and persistence culminates in a memorable IPL breakthrough at age 33.
England have underachieved since winning the 2017 Women's World Cup and they are determined to put that right when they host the Twenty20 edition on home soil in June, captain Nat Sciver-Brunt said.
At just 11 years old, Bodhana Sivanandan has become Great Britain's No 1 Women's Chess player dethroning four-time British Women's Champion Lan Yao.
Mirra Andreeva overcame a late challenge from Hailey Baptiste to win their semi-final match and advance to the Madrid Open final.
Diksha Dagar will lead a strong Indian contingent at the inaugural MCB Ladies Classic Mauritius, joined by Tvesa Malik, Vani Kapoor, and Hitaashee Bakshi at the Legends Course.
Sahith Theegala and Akshay Bhatia are set to compete at the Cadillac Championship, held at the Trump National Doral Golf Club. The tournament, a USD 20m Signature Event, features a strong field, though Rory McIlroy will be absent.
Guns-N-Rose are leading the team event at the All India Bridge Championship after the fourth round, followed by Shri Rade and Challengers. Defending champions Formidable are currently in ninth place.
A 56-member Indian boxing contingent is set to compete at the Asian Boxing U15 & U17 Championships 2026 in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, starting Friday.
The Wrestling Federation of India has appointed three foreign coaches and a High Performance Director to enhance national camps in preparation for the Asian Games and the 2028 Olympics.
Punjab Kings looked unstoppable after seven straight wins, but three defeats on the bounce have flipped the mood.
The opening rounds of the Junior and Youth National Table Tennis Championships saw dominant performances from leading teams, while some lower-ranked teams put up a strong fight.
Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya expressed confidence in India's performance at the upcoming Asian Games, assuring a fair and transparent selection process. He also highlighted the importance of the Khelo India Tribal Games in identifying and promoting sporting talent from tribal communities.
The Indian men's table tennis team rallied to defeat Slovakia 3-2 in a Group 7 match at the ITTF World Team Table Tennis Championships in London.
A women's group has demanded an inquiry into visuals purportedly showing cricketer Riyan Parag using a vape-like device during an IPL match, questioning whether the incident was an attempt to normalise banned products.
The Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) has confirmed that the government has released funds for the national team's participation in the FIH Nations League and the FIH World Cup. However, player Abdul Hannan Shahid has raised concerns about low daily allowances and lack of financial support for players.
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Pankaj Advani, a multiple-time world champion in billiards and snooker, has added another title to his illustrious career by winning the National 9-ball pool title, defeating Nitin Sharma in the final.
Adelaide Oval is exploring the possibility of hosting a regular-season Indian Premier League match as early as March next year.
Delhi Capitals and Chennai Super Kings, both with eight points from nine games, face off in a crucial IPL match in Delhi. Both teams need a win to stay in contention for the playoffs.
NADA Chairman Anant Kumar highlights the importance of education in combating doping, acknowledging the evolving nature of the threat and the need for constant upgrades in monitoring mechanisms.
Atletico Madrid and Arsenal played to a 1-1 draw in their Champions League semi-final first leg, with both goals coming from penalties. Julian Alvarez equalised for Atletico after Viktor Gyokeres had given Arsenal the lead.
Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh were spotted at Mumbai airport, marking Deepika's first public appearance since the announcement of their second pregnancy.
Jannik Sinner defeated Rafael Jodar in the Madrid Open quarter-finals, securing his spot in the semi-finals and becoming the sixth player to reach the semi-finals of all nine ATP 1000 Masters tournaments.
KL Rahul prioritises team success and IPL titles over personal milestones, aiming to emulate MS Dhoni's trophy haul. He also acknowledges the fearless approach of India's new-generation batters in T20 cricket.
Punjab FC defeated Mohammedan Sporting Club 2-1 in an Indian Super League match, overcoming a first-half deficit with two quick goals in the second half.
Lego is collaborating with football stars Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, Kylian Mbappe, and Vinicius Jr. to release new sets ahead of the 2026 World Cup, featuring letter-shaped designs, display models, and a 3D wall art piece of Messi.
Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha felicitated international Para-Archer Payal Nag for winning a gold medal at the World Archery Para Series 2026 in Bangkok.
India's women's table tennis team secured a 3-2 victory against Ukraine in a closely contested match at the ITTF World Team Championships Finals qualifiers, boosting their chances of topping Group 6.
The inaugural Khelo India Tribal Games (KITG) commenced in Chhattisgarh, providing a national stage for tribal athletes to showcase their abilities. Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya highlighted the event's significance in promoting sports culture and identifying talent from remote areas.
The inaugural Khelo India Tribal Games are set to begin in Chhattisgarh, featuring around 3,800 athletes competing in nine sports. The event aims to boost the state's sports infrastructure and provide exposure to national-level competition.
Sachin Tendulkar turns 53, celebrates his birthday with his 'Aai', and wife, Anjali, even as wishes pouring in from BCCI and ICC.
Ayush Shetty's comeback win keeps India in the contest after Lakshya Sen and the doubles pair of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty lost their matches against China in the Thomas Cup Finals.
The Athletics Federation of India (AFI) has mandated that track and field athletes must obtain prior approval from the federation before entering into sponsorship agreements with any entity. This decision aims to protect the interests of both athletes and sponsors amid increasing instances of athletes and coaches frequently changing sponsors.
Indian weightlifters continued their impressive performance at the Commonwealth Youth and Junior Weightlifting Championships and Universal Cup, securing a gold and three silver medals in Apia, Samoa.
Sourav Kothari defeated Pankaj Advani to retain the IBSF World Billiards Championship title in a dominant performance in Ireland.
Sixteen people have died in a collision between a pick-up van and an SUV in Madhya Pradesh's Dhar district. The accident occurred when the van, carrying labourers, overturned and collided with the SUV on the Indore-Ahmedabad National Highway.
Actor Aadinath Kothare, set to appear as Bharat in Nitesh Tiwari's highly anticipated Ramayana, believes the film is a game-changer for Indian cinema on the global stage.
Stefanos Tsitsipas' struggles continue with a first-round exit in Munich, as injuries and inconsistent form see his ranking drop to its lowest in eight years.
Lakshya Sen and the doubles pair of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty suffered narrow losses as India trailed 0-2 against China in their final Group A tie of the Thomas Cup Finals.
Punjab Kings will aim to recover from their first defeat of the season when they face Gujarat Titans in the Indian Premier League. Gujarat Titans, on a two-game winning streak, will be looking to continue their momentum.
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